Key skills and expertise

With over 23 years of experience, the expert specializes in project and program management, strategic planning, and cost control. They have led both international and local initiatives, including a World Bank-funded tribal development project, managing budgets up to USD 51.6M. The expert has successfully implemented skill training for 20,000 youth and facilitated significant microfinance achievements. Technical skills include proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and GIS, complemented by expertise in policy and data analysis. Leadership roles such as Chief Operating Officer and Project Manager highlight their capabilities in governance, social development, and rural livelihoods.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience in international development, the expert has collaborated with the World Bank Group as a Short Term Consultant. This role focused on social media analytics and COVID-19 emergency response modeling, involving policy analysis and research support for COVID data projects. The work addressed thematic areas such as social development and emergency response, conducted at an international level in Chicago, United States.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across diverse sectors including micro-finance, social development, youth engagement, civil engineering, public administration, and research. Previously held roles include Chief Operating Officer and Project Manager, where they managed large-scale projects and budgets. Their interdisciplinary knowledge encompasses digitalization in infrastructure and rural development, with a strong focus on strategic planning and governance. Geographic experience includes significant contributions in India, particularly in Kerala, and in the United States, where they engaged in academic research and international development initiatives. Their work has involved strategic planning and implementation of large-scale projects, demonstrating expertise in regional development and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in English and has basic proficiency in Spanish, one of the UN official languages. These language skills have been utilized in various professional settings, including international projects and collaborations with multilingual teams. The expert is pursuing a Master of Science in Environmental Science and Policy at the Harris School of Public Policy, University of Chicago, United States, with expected completion in December 2020. Their educational background includes a Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Management (MBA) from the Institute of Rural Management Anand, Gujarat, India, completed in 2008, and a Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Calicut, Kerala, India, in 2002.